Towbar Mounted Bike Rack

Instead of fitting to the towball, a towbar bike rack is mounted to your car via the mounting plate of a flange type towbar. This bike rack can only be used with a flange towbar. Best bike rack option if you are on a budget.

Rear Mounted Bike Rack

Rear mounted bike racks are attached to the rear of your vehicle using a variety of straps. This bike rack is usually vehicle specific and will be the best option when you don’t have a towbar or roof bars currently installed on your vehicle.

Which is the best bike rack for you?

Each bike rack offers its own set of advantages and disadvantages, and the best bike rack option for you will depend on the type of vehicle you own, how often you intend to use the bike rack and the size of your budget.

Below you can find a variety of comparison tables to help you make a decision.

Towball Bike Rack vs. Towbar Bike Rack

Rear Mounted Bike Rack vs. Roof Mounted Bike Rack

Towball Bike Rack vs Rear Mounted Bike Rack

Towbar Bike Rack vs Roof Mounted Bike Rack

How do I know which bike rack will fit my vehicle?

Towball, towbar and roof mounted bike racks are all universal fitting. This means that as long as you have a towbar or set of roof bars fitted, the bike rack will easily fit to your vehicle.

Rear mounted bike racks are a little different. As they use a variety of straps and clips, they will usually be vehicle specific.

Can I fit a bike rack?

Yes - bike racks are really simple to fit and will be delivered with simple, step-by-step installation instructions. In our experience, it takes about 10 minutes to fit a bike rack - it really is that simple!

Plus, if you’re struggling, you can follow one of our installation videos on our Youtube channel.

Check out one of our installation videos below.

Will a bike rack affect my insurance?

Fitting a bike rack can potentially be classified as a car modification. You need to notify your insurance provider of any modifications to your vehicle. Car modifications can affect how your insurance premium is calculated and, if you don’t tell your insurance provider, they may use the modification to invalidate your policy in the event of an insurance claim.